DECLAN SHEEHY-MOSS

Hailing from the heart of New York City, Declan Sheehy-Moss is a genre-defying saxophonist and composer who artfully blends jazz, pop, funk, and electronic elements to craft an incendiary fusion of sound. His adeptness with digital production and recording techniques, coupled with his instrumental virtuosity, yields a unique digital-acoustic amalgamation at his Brooklyn-based studio, replete with analog synths, EWI, and an array of unconventional instruments.

Declan's pursuit of musical excellence led him to study Jazz Performance at the New England Conservatory of Music, where he honed his craft under the mentorship of luminaries like Donny McCaslin, Antonio Sanchez, and Dave Holland. The pandemic prompted him to pivot, shifting his studies to Studio Production at SUNY Purchase.

Since 2017, Declan has impressively composed, produced, recorded, mixed, and released 8 singles and 2 EPs. His dynamic musicality extends to collaborations as a sideman for a diverse range of artists, from the legendary Henry Threadgill to emerging talents like Cisco Swank, Talia Goddess, and more. Co-leading his own band "More Better" for nearly 8 years, they recently unveiled their sophomore and first live albums, leaving an indelible mark on the contemporary music scene.

Declan's performances have graced illustrious venues like Monterey Jazz Festival, BAM, The Jazz Gallery, and many more. His technical prowess shone as an Audio Engineer at The Jazz Gallery, handling live sound and streaming for acclaimed artists such as Immanuel Wilkins, Jason Moran, Joel Ross, and more.

Recently Declan was also a 2023 recipient of the Composers Now IMPACT Award, an honor shared among artists such as Kalia Vandever, Alexis Cuadrado, Max Johnson, and many more.

Further expanding his musical horizons, Declan serves as a crucial musical assistant to Henry Threadgill, assuming a multifaceted role handling administrative tasks, technical support, audio engineering, and social media management for Mr. Threadgill. Declan has worked intimately on projects like "One" and "The Other One." Responsibilities included: booking flights and writing contracts, managing all email correspondence, scheduling rehearsals and maintaining calendars, engineering audio, triggering visuals, and creating run-of-show for performances.

Declan's multifaceted talents and unwavering dedication to his craft continue to propel him forward.